State Rep. seat up for election
There will be two elections held at once to fill the seat of deceased State Rep. Isaac Robinson (right). Read the story find out why there will be two elections at once. By Charles Sercombe A special...
View ArticleHamtramck’s historic baseball stadium gets another ‘win’
The first phase of renovation is set to go for the historic Hamtramck Stadium thanks to various state and federal grants. The city has been working with school officials as well as county and state...
View ArticleCosmos basketball legend now has a new home: The Hall of Fame
Hamtramck’s own Rudy Tomjanovich has been accepted into the Basketball Ball Hall of Fame. By Alan Madlane Rudy Tomjanovich finally got in. Tomjanovich, an NBA star player and coach, and pride of...
View ArticlePublic schools to distribute Chromebooks starting this week
Hamtramck Public Schools Superintendent Jaleelah Ahmed posted this notice on social media about handing out Chromebooks to the families of students so students can continue with their lessons for...
View ArticleDarla Swint, community activist, dies
By Charles Sercombe The COVID-19 disease has claimed another high-profile Hamtramck community activist. Darla Swint, 69, died April 16. A few weeks ago, State Rep. Isaac Robinson, 44, died from what...
View ArticleIn an era of a pandemic, here’s something to celebrate
Despite the never-ending gloomy news about the coronavirus pandemic, and the increasing number of local deaths from the disease, there has been some good news. In better times, Hamtramck would be...
View ArticleBreaking news: Governor extends stay at home directive
By Charles Sercombe In a press conference today (Friday, April 24), Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced what most people thought she would: She extended her “stay at home” order until May 15. But she did...
View ArticleFor public schools students, classroom lessons continue
Parents line up at Kosciuszko Middle School to receive Chromebooks for their children. The school year will finish with at-home online lessons for students. By Charles Sercombe School may be out, but...
View ArticleCandidates line up for empty state representative seat
Former Hamtramck City Councilmember Saad Almasmari is one of several candidates vying for the open State Representative seat for the 4th District. Update: Candidates Saad Almasmari and Christopher...
View ArticleFor local artists, pandemic is both a roadblock and an inspiration
Singer and artist Sharmin Begum has found a way to remain creative and make money by producing greeting cards during this pandemic quarantine. By Joe Myrick Special to The Review Can creativity be...
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